ENTITY Data Science Student Showcase: Marcy Misner
When it comes to learning tech skills such as coding and data analysis, it’s not enough to just learn theory. Mastering coding languages and other software requires hands-on practice. When Marcy Misner started her journey into data science, she knew absolutely nothing about it. However, she had the curiosity and grit to learn all she could.
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Which Queen of Halloween Are You Based on Your Zodiac Sign?
Whether it’s too spooky to go trick-or-treating, or when you’re all done trick-or-treating, there is nothing better than re-watching our favorite Halloween movies. And no films are more iconic than the ones with these creepy and cool ghouls! Find out which Halloween Queen you are according to your zodiac sign.
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Liz Legrande Proves That Happiness Comes From Within
We’re often told as children that if we work hard and apply ourselves, we can be anything when we grow up. But the truth is, our sense of purpose doesn’t always revolve around a career. This was the case for Liz Legrande, who had all her childhood dreams come true, but was still feeling like something was missing.
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Digital Marketing Expert Sybil Grieb Proves Growth Mindset is the Key to Success
Sybil Grieb is a digital marketing master with over 15 years of experience in the field. She is the founder and CEO of 100Hats.co which focuses on brand strategy, social media, and influencer marketing strategy. Prior to founding her own company, she was the U.S. Head of Influencer Strategy at Edelman, a worldwide PR and marketing consultancy firm. Their clients include household names such as Paypal, Unilever, and HP.
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5 Mantras That Could Change Your Life, According to a Cancer Survivor
Last year, one of ENTITY’s valued team members, Taryn Hillin, was diagnosed with a gynecologic neuroendocrine cancer that is as rare as it is aggressive. The scant data showed her odds of survival were about seven percent. Nevertheless, she fought through seven months of radical surgery, chemotherapy, radiation, and brachytherapy – a long battle that finally ended in April.
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The Anti-Racism Starter Guide
On May 25th, George Floyd was killed in the latest instance of unnecessary police brutality. Since it was another Black man killed by a White police officer, it has re-started a nationwide conversation about police treatment of Black people in the United States. This time, there has been an increase in people buying or borrowing books on how to be an “anti-racist” ally to the Black community as someone who is not Black. Many are starting with the question, “What is anti-racism?”
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Historic Women of Los Angeles
As a city, Los Angeles is known primarily for entertainment and the arts. But this city is steeped in a rich history full of powerful female figures. These women have been often overlooked—until now.
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On Tuesday, June 23rd at 6 pm PST, Cartwheel Art will be hosting an event live on Zoom. They will discuss some of the most fascinating Historic Women of Los Angeles.
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19 Dad Rock Songs To Jam To This Father’s Day
Let’s face it, the older we get, the harder it is to think of good Father’s Day gifts for our dads. Doing bad drawings on cheap ties with puffy paint isn’t going to cut it anymore. Plus, is it just me, or do dads just not want anything other than maybe some mulch or lighter fluid for the grill? This struggle is why we’ve compiled this list of Dad Rock songs that you can share with your father figure this Father’s Day.
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Some of the Most Badass Female Moments in Star Wars
It’s once again May the 4th, which has taken on a far more nerdy meaning in recent years. One of the famous lines from “Star Wars” is, “May the force be with you” which die-hard fans have shortened to “May the 4th be with you.” Today is now considered, “International ‘Star Wars’ Day” by dedicated fans.
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6 Tips on How to Work From Home Like the Boss That You Are
Working from home, or working remotely is not a new concept.
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The global pandemic of COVID-19 is forcing millions of people to work from home and they aren’t used to it at all. How do you do your normal 9-to-5 when cooped up at home? We’ve got you, girl boss.
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Why the World Needs More Women in Tech, According to a Female Data Scientist
Kristin Chirico Shares What it’s Like to Work at Buzzfeed
When You Should Say “I Love You” When You’re Not Completely Sure How You’re Feeling
Data science is one of the fastest-growing and most lucrative job fields of the 21st century. However, one study by executive recruiting firm Burtch Works found that only 15 percent of data scientists are women. The same study also found that even fewer women, 18 percent, were awarded bachelor’s degrees in computer science in 2016. The good news, though, is that there are people and organizations currently working to even the score.
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If you’ve been on the internet, ever, you’ve probably heard of a website called Buzzfeed. It’s a site for news, listicles, blogging, and really fun quizzes. They also have a network of YouTube channels for quite a few different video series. One of Buzzfeed’s most popular is a funny as hell series called, Ladylike.
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“I love you” is a tricky set of words. It can mean so many things when said genuinely and truthfully. But when are we supposed to say these three words to another person?
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It’s easy to throw the phrase around a lot. Whether you’re saying it to friends, family members, your favorite band during a concert or even when you’re trying to comfort girls crying in the bathroom at a club. But it always feels like the more we say it, the more it starts to lose its meaning.
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10 Apps Women Can Use to Manage Their Health Through Data Science (Co-Written With Abby Alben)
As women, our lives are constantly busy, and it can be hard to focus on our own physical and mental well-being. Luckily, there are dozens of products and apps on the market to help us squeeze self-care into our days. Products like FitBits track our vital signs and movements and collect data that can help us learn to become experts in our own bodies.
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Developing In-Demand Soft Skills to Stand Out From the Pack
When it comes to upskilling for a career in data science or software development, it’s imperative to gain hard skills. For data science, this includes statistical analysis using R or Python; for software development, it’s HTML and Javascript. But, tech companies are also increasingly looking for candidates with highly-developed soft skills.
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3 Ways We Can Use Big Data and AI for Public Good
Artificial Intelligence has gone from something out of science fiction to something we use nearly every day. Many large corporations use data and other sources of information to teach machines how to act and how to perform certain tasks. While this may seem scary at first glance, AI and Big Data can actually be a force for public good for different societies and our environment.
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How to Build a Mobile App in 7 Steps
When smart devices began to release mobile apps, it really felt like no matter what you needed to get done, there was some sort of tool to help, conveniently on your phone (or iPod Touch if we want to go back even further). While it seems that the sky’s the limit in terms of apps, there are still plenty of gaps that can be filled with new mobile app ideas.
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Technical Writing for Data Science
You don’t need to become an engineer or data scientist if that isn’t your cup of tea. Tech jobs can encompass many skill sets and roles, each playing an important part in creating technology. Journalist Stephanie Stanton moderated “Technical Writing For Data Science,” a Fireside Chat with Harry Magnan. The Fireside Chat, hosted by WOZ U and ENTITY Academy, explores a unique career option in technology — technical writing.
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The Top Ten App Development Companies in the U.S.
In recent years, numerous app development companies have popped up to deliver clients spectacularly performing apps. If you’re looking for a job and don’t know where to start, we’ve compiled a list of the top ten app development companies to work for by looking at their customer satisfaction scores, awards, and features in major publications. We also took a look at reviews from current and former employees on Glassdoor, to hear straight from the source what it’s really like to work for these companies.
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